PorscheFest '97

Story By Chuck Zachman, Metrolina Area Director

The first annual Carolinas Porschefest '97 was by all accounts a huge success. We ended up
with 54 cars participating in the various events throughout the weekend. We had Porsches from
the very earliest 356's to the very newest Boxsters. Most all production models were represented.

Ahhh ... Sunshine and P-Cars

Let the prepping begin!

Air-Cooled Alley

Peter and Barbara Kilmans 1989 930 S

Steve Santee's 1964 356 C Cab

Shot over the nose of Stan Pendergraft's 1986 928S
of the PorscheFest '97 Concours participants

        
Chuck & Evelynn Whicker's 1951 356 Pre A

Gary & Maggie Hibler's 1957 356 Speedster

Rick and Lynn Leander's '97 Boxster

There were 356's, 912's, 911's, a 914, 928's, 930's, 944's, Boxsters and a couple of really cool
modified cars. Driver's Meeting Prior to the Rally The weekend was nonstop fun from the time
people checked in Friday afternoon until they left the autocross site Sunday afternoon. If asked to
pick a highlight for the weekend I would have a difficult time doing so. Our event chairpeople did
such an outstanding job that every night was a highlight. The concours was impressive with some
of the finest examples of the marque I have ever seen assembled for an event such as this.

Pre-Rally Meeting

Our rally was challenging and fun. We could not have had a prettier day for a drive into the
countryside keeping our eyes peeled for that six-legged deer, or the derelict bus.

Check-Point 2

Slow that 911 down ...

At our banquet we heard from region member and national treasurer Dave Lumpkin, Zone 3
representative Danny Sexton and from PCNA, Chuck James who gave a great presentation on the Boxster.

Chuck James from PCNA

We followed that up with trophies for the concours and rally along with all the door prizes. Sunday morning
we headed off to Knights Castle for the autocross. Another picture-perfect day as concluded with
trophy presentations to the fastest drivers in each class as well as trophies for "Fastest Time of the Day"
(FTD) in the men's and ladies' divisions.

This event would not have been possible were it not for the support of our sponsors. We owe a
huge thank you to the folks at Hendrick Porsche. They were our major sponsor and the level of
support they put forth financially, with the contribution of door prizes and assistance
from their people, is to be remembered. A special thanks also goes to J. C. Bradford & Co.
(Darrell Smith) for their financial support also.

Joe Elliot's '73 911

Through the cones ...

And around the bend ...

Let's see what 282 HP will do.

So remember, the next time you need another Porsche or you need to have the current
one serviced go see the folks at Hendrick Porsche. And for your financial future call Darrell Smith
at J. C. Bradford & Co. for all your investment needs to insure that you will always have a
P-car in your garage especially when you retire.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS:

Hendrick Porsche - 704.531.3344

Darrell Smith

I would also like to thank , from the bottom of my heart, all the members who volunteered
their time to offer other members a memorable weekend. You all know who you are.

Thanks again.

Planning for the second annual CPF '98 is already underway.
If you wish to volunteer, let me know. It takes volunteers to pull this off.